Williams Mug Shaving Soap, 3 Count
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I shave my face and head three times a day, for a total of 125 shaves per puck. I'm not having any trouble getting it to lather. I've had excellent results with badger, boar, and synthetic brushes.
Note: I've used VDH Deluxe a lot in the past and always melted it in the microwave (20-30 seconds). It was a nice liquid after 25 seconds, and it cooled to a perfect mug of soap). When I tried to melt the Williams in the same way, it started "popping" and didn't melt as easily (it's a different type of soap, so it didn't want to melt like VDH). I didn't want to risk ruining the soap or my microwave by continuing to microwave it, so I came up with another solution. br>In my shaving mug, I had the Williams puck. After that, I poured boiling hot water (which had been heated in a teapot) into the cup. In the mug, pour the contents of the pot. I poured it out after it had cooled to room temperature. br>The boiling water method worked perfectly to keep it in place. I clean the puck from my mug with my brush, then lather up my face. This was effective for the duration of the puck's life. I've since tried a second Williams puck with boiling water and it worked perfectly again.
Because the first ingredient is made from animal fat, it cannot be considered cruelty-free. It makes no mention of animal testing.
Both of them have been used. Mitchells wool fat is far superior to Williams wool fat in my opinion. br>I bought a three-pack of the Williams for cost savings, but I threw them all away after only two shaves, yes TWO. It had a lemony scent to it. It took a lot of water to lather, and it wasn't thick enough for me. I couldn't stand the odor. br>I'm using Henry Cavendish Himalaya with shea butter and coconut oil as my current shave soap because it lathers better for me than MWF. But both MWF and Henry Cavendish have a wonderful scent. Shaving should smell like this.
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br>A product like Williams Shaving Soap, which has stood the test of time, is proof that a great shaving experience can be had for a very low price. br>I use this excellent product with a Razorock Beehive shaving brush, and within seconds, the brush is filled with a large amount of luxurious lather that stays moist on my face and allows my razor to glide effortlessly as I get a very close shave. br>And the way Williams soap smells br>You could spend a lot more money on gimmicky shaving products, but why would you? Williams Mug Soap, a good brush like the Beehive, Polsilver blades, and a reasonably priced razor like the Edward London long handled butterfly series or the Qshave butterfly razor are all you'll need for a truly remarkable shave. br>With Williams, it's time to get back to basics: You will not be dissatisfied with this purchase.
I had to replace the brush twice, but I've always shaved with Williams soap. I've tried a few more expensive brands, but they're all about the scent or some other gimmick; with Williams, I always get a lot of lather and a great shave. br>The other great thing about shaving soap is that when you use hot water, you get a warm soap on your face, which helps the razor glide across your face without being harsh. br>Make sure you have a high-quality brush; badger brushes are the best; spend a little more and your brush will last much longer.
In my search for a great shaving soap, I came across Mug shaving soap on my recommended list, and getting three for less than $7 seemed like a good deal in a market where shaving soaps can cost upwards of $20 per puck. I wasn't expecting much from a company that has existed since long before I was born, but I figured they must still exist for some reason, so why not try something nostalgic? br>br>Here's what I've got so far: The box was simple in appearance; Simple graphics and a few lines of blue text are all that's visible. The soap was brittle, with small chips missing from the edges, and the scent was light but pleasant. I noticed a "lemony" scent in other reviews, but I didn't notice it here. The feel and smell of the soap were very similar to that of a bar of pure Ivory soap. br>In true fashion, I plopped the puck into an old coffee mug and started scrubbing it clean. The first lather was difficult to work up, but as the soap softened, subsequent lathers became easier and thicker. Although the soap produced a good lubricating lather that effectively prevented razor burn, it did not appear to soften my facial hair any better than regular bar soap. To compare, I grated some Ivory soap into a mug, lathered it up, and shaved with it; the performance was nearly identical to Williams Mug Shaving Soap, though the Williams produced a thicker, slightly slicker lather. Adding a little Cremo shave cream while lathering really boosts the performance of William's Shave soap, and it's mild scent doesn't interfere with added scents from aftershaves or cologne. br>br>After some experimenting, I discovered that adding a little Cremo shave cream while lathering really boosts the performance of William's Shave soap, and it's mild smell doesn't interfere with added scents from aftershave Overall, there are better shaving soaps available, but if you prefer to keep things simple and find artisanal or "premium" shave soaps prohibitively expensive, William's is the best value for money.
For those of us who used to shave with Gillette and Williams soap in a shaving mug, this is a blast from the past. You'll get the same lovely lather and lemony scent as before - If you liked it before, you'll enjoy it even more now. It's nearly impossible to find in CVS, Thrift, or Walgreens pharmacies, and I couldn't find it at Target, Giant Eagle, or Shop and Save, but perseverance pays off, and it's still available on Amazon. You can spend more money on other products, but why spend more money on fancy soaps when this shaving soap works so well? All the pieces fell into place when I asked my barber about it; he uses it all day, every day. From the beginning, the scent piqued my interest (I should have known he got his from Amazon. ) ) Don't pass this up; it's good, smells good, works well, and leaves your face stubble-free and feeling great. What more could you ask for from a product that has been around for two decades, well before the American Civil War? Get a mug for your mug and toss the can in the can.
Shave soap in the traditional sense. This is the first time I've ever used Williams Mug Soap. I've been using it every day for the past two weeks and find that it consistently provides a good, no-frills shave. br>br>I always use a badger brush to face lather. I begin by pouring about 2" of hot water into the soap mug to soften it (and, of course, soak the brush as well). It's a lot easier to load the brush this way. I'm ready to go after about 45 seconds of face lathering. It smells like "soap" and isn't perfumed in any way. It simply smells like regular soap. The shave is fine; nothing extravagant, just a good shave (I shave in two passes, which the brush can easily handle). I've never had a problem with soap residue in the brush or on my razor. Williams is a product that I enjoy using and will continue to do so.
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